Grand Targhee vs Lake Louise
Comparing Grand Targhee (WY) and Lake Louise (AB) on price, terrain, snowfall, and lift wait. Numbers from the 2026 season.
Grand Targhee
Alta, WY
Mountain Collective pass
Window price$165
Online (advance)$103
Season pass—
Lake Louise
Lake Louise, AB
Mountain Collective pass
Window price$160
Online (advance)$145
Season pass—
Side-by-side
| Stat | Grand Targhee | Lake Louise | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $165 | $160 | Lake Louise |
| Online (30+ days) | $103 | $145 | Grand Targhee |
| Season pass | — | — | Tied |
| Annual snowfall | 500" | 360" | Grand Targhee |
| Skiable acres | 2,602 | 4,200 | Lake Louise |
| Vertical drop | 2,270' | 3,251' | Lake Louise |
| Runs | 74 | 170 | Lake Louise |
| Lifts | 6 | 13 | Lake Louise |
| Summit elevation | 10,725' | 8,645' | Grand Targhee |
| Beginner terrain | 10% | 25% | Lake Louise |
| Advanced terrain | 20% | 30% | Lake Louise |
| Average lift wait | 4 min | — | Grand Targhee |
The Match
Grand Targhee is cheaper at the gate ($103 vs $145 entry). Lake Louise is significantly bigger (4,200 vs 2,602 acres). Grand Targhee sees more snow (500" vs 360"). Both are on the Mountain Collective pass — same pass, same wallet.